23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
Unloading the Bull

The livestock market in Kashgar, Xinjiang, China, is a vibrant spectacle steeped in history and tradition. For centuries, Kashgar has been a crucial trading post on the Silk Road, connecting East and West. The livestock market, held every Sunday, is a living testament to this heritage.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 02.2025
Date Uploaded: 11.2025
Photo Location: Kashgar, China
Camera: Canon EOS R5m2
Copyright: © Josef Buergi